Is there a rude teenager spray out there that I can use? I get he is stressed..but..ugh..boy tantrum, followed by hubby tantrum...followed by me getting an ulcer. Someone please tell me idiot teenagers do eventually turn into semi-adults?? Pleeese! Sorry, but the only man in the house who isn't pissed with me is outside terrorizing chipmunks!

tigerose:Is there a rude teenager spray out there that I can use? I get he is stressed..but..ugh..boy tantrum, followed by hubby tantrum...followed by me getting an ulcer. Someone please tell me idiot teenagers do eventually turn into semi-adults?? Pleeese! Sorry, but the only man in the house who isn't pissed with me is outside terrorizing chipmunks!

Yeah, they do...eventually. Boys take a bit longer, though. Get real excited for 30! Years, that is. :D

valnt9:oh, since we're on a food kick-much earlier B4 mentioned doing a french toasted grilled cheese...one of my all time favorite sandwiches is grilled ham and cheese with a slice ofspiced apple ring tucked in the ham, dipped in egg/milk mixture and fried like french toast.the desert to this was vanilla ice cream with peaches and raspberry sauce.//droooooolllllll

It was just meh. Probably have to tweak the recipe some to include some taste in the french toast, but the theory works. Maybe should have had a side of syrup in a small bowl, but my daughter never eats syrup, so we didn't do that. Going to be another two weeks until we do this again, so plenty of time to get a few more ideas and run with them.

Brian Blessed's Bastard Boy:valnt9: oh, since we're on a food kick-much earlier B4 mentioned doing a french toasted grilled cheese...one of my all time favorite sandwiches is grilled ham and cheese with a slice ofspiced apple ring tucked in the ham, dipped in egg/milk mixture and fried like french toast.the desert to this was vanilla ice cream with peaches and raspberry sauce.//droooooolllllll

It was just meh. Probably have to tweak the recipe some to include some taste in the french toast, but the theory works. Maybe should have had a side of syrup in a small bowl, but my daughter never eats syrup, so we didn't do that. Going to be another two weeks until we do this again, so plenty of time to get a few more ideas and run with them.

Cinnamon??? Maybe, I don't know.... Good on all for trying it though! Sounds like a fun family thing to do!!

lilyspad:Brian Blessed's Bastard Boy: valnt9: oh, since we're on a food kick-much earlier B4 mentioned doing a french toasted grilled cheese...one of my all time favorite sandwiches is grilled ham and cheese with a slice ofspiced apple ring tucked in the ham, dipped in egg/milk mixture and fried like french toast.the desert to this was vanilla ice cream with peaches and raspberry sauce.//droooooolllllll

It was just meh. Probably have to tweak the recipe some to include some taste in the french toast, but the theory works. Maybe should have had a side of syrup in a small bowl, but my daughter never eats syrup, so we didn't do that. Going to be another two weeks until we do this again, so plenty of time to get a few more ideas and run with them.

Cinnamon??? Maybe, I don't know.... Good on all for trying it though! Sounds like a fun family thing to do!!

There was cinnamon in the batter, but it just didn't come out in the taste. Not sure what else except maybe adding vanilla extract to the batter would help, but we'll eventually come up with something to make it better.

tigerose:Is there a rude teenager spray out there that I can use? I get he is stressed..but..ugh..boy tantrum, followed by hubby tantrum...followed by me getting an ulcer. Someone please tell me idiot teenagers do eventually turn into semi-adults?? Pleeese! Sorry, but the only man in the house who isn't pissed with me is outside terrorizing chipmunks!

The last few brain circuits are completed at about 20 years old in humans. So, yes, in a few years he will turn into an adult.

lilyspad:Brian Blessed's Bastard Boy: valnt9: oh, since we're on a food kick-much earlier B4 mentioned doing a french toasted grilled cheese...one of my all time favorite sandwiches is grilled ham and cheese with a slice ofspiced apple ring tucked in the ham, dipped in egg/milk mixture and fried like french toast.the desert to this was vanilla ice cream with peaches and raspberry sauce.//droooooolllllll

It was just meh. Probably have to tweak the recipe some to include some taste in the french toast, but the theory works. Maybe should have had a side of syrup in a small bowl, but my daughter never eats syrup, so we didn't do that. Going to be another two weeks until we do this again, so plenty of time to get a few more ideas and run with them.

Cinnamon??? Maybe, I don't know.... Good on all for trying it though! Sounds like a fun family thing to do!!

I've heard of using a tiny bit of nutmeg in mac 'n' cheese. And clove is good with ham, if you are doing the grilled ham and cheese in french bread thing. Cheese and fruit, maybe a bit of pineapple or cherry flavor?

akimbotoo:Timid Goddess: Bad weather in Oklahoma, the tornado sirens went off a couple hours ago, but house, cats, friends, and little one are all fine.

You and your loved-ones stay safe sweetie!

Thanks. Like I said, everyone is safe. Friend's house is probably there and probably without power. They are here at the moment. The guys, (hubby and friend's hubby), are playing the new bioshock game. Their 2nd grader is romping. Friend is helping get the little one to bed, as it is after 8pm here in Oklahoma. Me, "Auntie", the 2nd grader and the toddler went in the hall and watched My Little Pony or "Ponies" as the toddler calls them, when the sirens went off due to a nearby sighting. Heard from the In-Laws, tornado touched down close, but not on top, so to speak. Called my Mom, she heard sirens for south side of town, she lives on the north side, so again, close but not too close. Uncle lives in Arkansas, Dad and Step-Mother live in MO. I don't have a very big extended family.

I've been enjoying virgin rum 'n' cokes on the rocks tonight. Bit stressful with a rambuncous 2nd grader in the house. And I've taken an adderall, it's taking the edge off. I'll need a clonapin, anxiety pill, later to get to sleep.

Timid Goddess:lilyspad: Brian Blessed's Bastard Boy: valnt9: oh, since we're on a food kick-much earlier B4 mentioned doing a french toasted grilled cheese...one of my all time favorite sandwiches is grilled ham and cheese with a slice ofspiced apple ring tucked in the ham, dipped in egg/milk mixture and fried like french toast.the desert to this was vanilla ice cream with peaches and raspberry sauce.//droooooolllllll

It was just meh. Probably have to tweak the recipe some to include some taste in the french toast, but the theory works. Maybe should have had a side of syrup in a small bowl, but my daughter never eats syrup, so we didn't do that. Going to be another two weeks until we do this again, so plenty of time to get a few more ideas and run with them.

Cinnamon??? Maybe, I don't know.... Good on all for trying it though! Sounds like a fun family thing to do!!

I've heard of using a tiny bit of nutmeg in mac 'n' cheese. And clove is good with ham, if you are doing the grilled ham and cheese in french bread thing. Cheese and fruit, maybe a bit of pineapple or cherry flavor?

Almost sounds like a Monte Cristo sandwich. Those usually have a raspberry dipping sauce. Definitely a little vanilla extract in the batter, maybe even a touch of mace (if you like that sort of thing).

Brian Blessed's Bastard Boy:lilyspad: Brian Blessed's Bastard Boy: valnt9: oh, since we're on a food kick-much earlier B4 mentioned doing a french toasted grilled cheese...one of my all time favorite sandwiches is grilled ham and cheese with a slice ofspiced apple ring tucked in the ham, dipped in egg/milk mixture and fried like french toast.the desert to this was vanilla ice cream with peaches and raspberry sauce.//droooooolllllll

It was just meh. Probably have to tweak the recipe some to include some taste in the french toast, but the theory works. Maybe should have had a side of syrup in a small bowl, but my daughter never eats syrup, so we didn't do that. Going to be another two weeks until we do this again, so plenty of time to get a few more ideas and run with them.

Cinnamon??? Maybe, I don't know.... Good on all for trying it though! Sounds like a fun family thing to do!!

There was cinnamon in the batter, but it just didn't come out in the taste. Not sure what else except maybe adding vanilla extract to the batter would help, but we'll eventually come up with something to make it better.

Have you tried a little bit of chilli or black pepper? Sometimes the opposite kind of hot taste brings out the flavour, like balsamic vinegar on strawberries.

Brian Blessed's Bastard Boy:lilyspad: Brian Blessed's Bastard Boy: valnt9: oh, since we're on a food kick-much earlier B4 mentioned doing a french toasted grilled cheese...one of my all time favorite sandwiches is grilled ham and cheese with a slice ofspiced apple ring tucked in the ham, dipped in egg/milk mixture and fried like french toast.the desert to this was vanilla ice cream with peaches and raspberry sauce.//droooooolllllll

It was just meh. Probably have to tweak the recipe some to include some taste in the french toast, but the theory works. Maybe should have had a side of syrup in a small bowl, but my daughter never eats syrup, so we didn't do that. Going to be another two weeks until we do this again, so plenty of time to get a few more ideas and run with them.

Cinnamon??? Maybe, I don't know.... Good on all for trying it though! Sounds like a fun family thing to do!!

There was cinnamon in the batter, but it just didn't come out in the taste. Not sure what else except maybe adding vanilla extract to the batter would help, but we'll eventually come up with something to make it better.

A touch of nutmeg makes almost anything eggy a little better. I always add some to my french toast. Maybe a dash of rum too? Brings out the eggnog flavor..

Well Juno was in solitary while I was at work. When I got home she walked out like everything was just fine. They're still having problems, but not as often or intense. Hopefully by morning we'll be back to the usual state of insanity, not all out war.

L33t Squirrel:Spiralmonkey: Have you tried a little bit of chilli or black pepper? Sometimes the opposite kind of hot taste brings out the flavour, like balsamic vinegar on strawberries.

But what about... Strawberry vinegar on strawberries? Seriously, I picked up a bottle at the local Asian mart, and it smells wicked spiffy, but I've no idea what to do with a "sweet" vinegar. :D

/might try it on strawberries later//will either be awesome or awful

If that's the stuff I'm thinking of, you can make some good relish with diced cucumber and slivered red onion. Put it in a small jar and pour in the vinegar then let it set in the fridge for a few days. Goes good with grilled shrimp and egg rolls.

lilyspad:tigerose: Is there a rude teenager spray out there that I can use? I get he is stressed..but..ugh..boy tantrum, followed by hubby tantrum...followed by me getting an ulcer. Someone please tell me idiot teenagers do eventually turn into semi-adults?? Pleeese! Sorry, but the only man in the house who isn't pissed with me is outside terrorizing chipmunks!

Yeah, they do...eventually. Boys take a bit longer, though. Get real excited for 30! Years, that is. :D